16/3 Jamaica Mews, New Town, Edinburgh, EH3 6HW

The property

Currently advertised at a fixed price of £20,000 under the home report valuation. Presenting a tempting proposition for first-time buyers, city professionals and rental investors, this first-floor flat in the New Town, within the New Town conservation area, incorporates a double bedroom, a generous living area, and a modern kitchen and bathroom, plus access to a shared courtyard. Approached via a secure entry system and a shared staircase to the first floor, the flat’s front door opens into an entrance area within the living/dining room, with two built-in storage cupboards. The sunny living and dining room is decorated in muted hues and fitted with attractive wood flooring, a finish which continues throughout the property. Here, generous floorspace is provided for various furniture layouts catering for both relaxation and dining, and at the focal point of the space is a wall-mounted electric fire, flanked by a display recess. The adjoining kitchen is equipped with modern, matte-white wall and base cabinets framed by contrasting worktops and splashback tiling. A gas hob and an extractor fan are integrated, whilst a freestanding fridge/freezer and a combination microwave are included, and a separate utility cupboard houses a washing machine. Next door, the flat’s cosy double bedroom enjoys the same neutral décor and flooring as the rest of the property and features a handy storage recess. Finally, an attractive, contemporary bathroom completes the accommodation and comprises a P-shaped bathtub with an overhead shower and a curved, glazed screen, a pedestal basin, a toilet, and a mirrored, wall-mounted vanity cabinet. Gas central heating and double glazing ensure year-round comfort and efficiency. Externally, the flat enjoys access to a shared courtyard and controlled on-street parking falls under Zone 5A coming at a cost of £1 for the permit as well as a £12 admin fee.